Henri Philippe Pharaoun
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Henri Philippe Pharaon (هنري فيليب فرعون; also referred to in some sources as Henry Pharon; 1901 – August 6, 1993), was a Lebanese art collector, sportsman, politician, and businessman. He played a crucial role in securing Lebanon's independence from France and served as foreign minister and other cabinet positions. He was assassinated in 1993.
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Henri Pharaon | |
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Minister of Foreign Affairs | |
In office 1946–1947 | |
Prime Minister | Riad Al Solh |
Preceded by | Habib Abou Chahla |
Succeeded by | Hamid Frangieh |
Minister of Foreign Affairs | |
In office 1945–1945 | |
Prime Minister | Abdul Hamid Karami |
Preceded by | Office created |
Succeeded by | Hamid Frangieh |
Personal details | |
Born | 1901 Alexandria, Khedivate of Egypt |
Died | 6 August 1993(1993-08-06) (aged 91–92) Beirut, Lebanon |
Manner of death | Assassination (stab wounds) |
Alma mater | University of Lyon |
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